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Next Step Systems

C++ Software Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $68/hr

C++ Software Developer, Chicago, IL We are seeking a C++ Software Developer to support ... with electronic trading systems is a plus. - Familiarity with statistical concepts such as ...

Next Step Systems

C++ Software Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$50.50 - $68/hr

C++ Software Developer, Chicago, IL - The C++ Software Developer will work collaboratively with the technology and business teams on our trading and research platforms. - Design and implement high ...

Anson McCade

Quantitative Researcher

Chicago, IL · On-site

$200K - $400K/yr

Design, engineer and implement research and trading software for electronic trading * Cover additional functions such as strategy optimization, post-trade analytics and PnL attribution. * Use ...

HPR

Senior Software Engineer

Needham, MA · On-site

$133K - $175K/yr

... electronic trading and capital markets infrastructure solutions. They are seeking a Senior Software ... Responsibilities : • Utilize your expertise in low-level programming as we advance the ...

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C++ Software Developer

Chicago, IL • On-site

Next Step Systems
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$50.50 - $68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

C++ Software Developer, Chicago, IL
We are seeking a C++ Software Developer to support state-of-the-art, real-time automated trading systems. In addition to project work, the person in this role will be expected to grow into the primary support liaison between development and trading.
Responsibilities:
- Work under general direction from senior management.
- Work closely with trade desk operations and portfolio managers to troubleshoot immediate technical issues.
- Perform deep root cause analysis. Develop tools and processes to improve future operations.
- Design/implement complex real-time trading systems.
Qualifications:
- A degree in computer science or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of large-scale C++ development experience.
- Expert C++ and object-oriented design skills; familiarity with modern C++ (C++11/C++14), STL, design patterns and distributed computing, knowledge of network and multi-threaded programming in a UNIX environment.
- Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases, including complex queries (joins, unions, CTEs, FDWs), triggers and functions.
- Ability to write scripts in some administrative language (Python, Perl, and Shell).
- Ability to solve problems quickly and automate processes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; capable of writing technical documentation, training users in software operations, and interacting effectively with upper management.
- Flexible self-starter, able to multi-task and work under pressure.
- Experience with electronic trading systems is a plus.
- Familiarity with statistical concepts such as regression and time series analysis is a plus.
Benefits include medical insurance, retirement plan, PTO, etc. Salary: 80K+ DOE. Keywords: Chicago IL Jobs, C++ Software Developer, C++, UNIX, STL, SQL, Relational Databases, Python, Perl, Shell, Trading Systems, Multi-threaded, Software Engineer, Programming, Programmer Analyst, Trading, Financial, Chicago Recruiters, IT Jobs, Chicago Recruiting
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